Automated Force Calibration
ID: PANRSA-25-P-0000-011136Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-RSAREDSTONE ARSENAL, AL, 35898-5200, USA

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/0c811138fa4b4cde80217530dcb58990/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army Contracting Command-Redstone, is seeking information from potential sources for the procurement of one UCM-200K Automated Calibration Machine along with various essential accessories. This acquisition aims to enhance the Army's calibration capabilities, ensuring improved efficiency and measurement accuracy in their operations at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama. The required accessories include compression blocks, clevis pin sets, automation control units, and alignment rings, which are critical for the operational requirements of the Army's TMDE Activity. Interested parties are encouraged to submit a white paper detailing their capabilities by April 21, 2025, with inquiries directed to Lisa Armes at the provided contact information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Taylor Siskoff
    taylor.c.siskoff.civ@army.mil
    Lisa Armes
    lisa.s.armes.civ@army.mil
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    Purchase Description (W80RA6-11-25C).pdf
    The U.S. Army TMDE Activity (USATA) seeks to procure a UCM-200k Automated Force Calibration Machine, along with necessary accessories, to replace an existing model. This machine will enhance custom calibration processes, optimizing efficiency and measurement accuracy. Required accessories include various compression and clevis pin blocks, automation control units, alignment rings, and tension adapters, all vital for supporting USATA's operational requirements. Delivery of the equipment is expected at the Army Physical Standards Labs in Redstone Arsenal, Alabama. This procurement reflects the Army's commitment to maintaining advanced calibration technologies essential for ensuring measurement precision in their operations.
    Request for Information (W80RA6-11-25C).pdf
    The U.S. Army Contracting Command-Redstone is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) to gather capability information for a potential acquisition of one UCM-200K Automated Calibration Machine with various accessories. This RFI, intended for market research under FAR 15.201(e), emphasizes that it does not guarantee a future Request for Proposal (RFP) and participants will not be compensated for their responses. Interested parties are invited to submit a white paper detailing their capabilities, company size, socio-economic status, and contact information by April 21, 2025. The primary point of contact is Lisa Armes, Contracting Officer. The project aligns with NAICS Code 334516 for Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing, and performance is expected at Redstone Arsenal, AL. The document underscores the Army's intent to identify sources capable of providing specific laboratory equipment, reflecting a structured approach in federal procurement processes while addressing the need for advanced technological solutions in calibration equipment.
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